The Irish Ginger & Apricot Highball is a delightful cocktail featuring Irish whiskey, apricot soda, and a splash of cinnamon, offering a refreshing and flavorful beverage.
Roast 5 cinnamon sticks at 400°F or toast them in a pan set over high heat until slightly smoking. Let the sticks cool before handling.
Step two:
Break the cinnamon sticks into ½-inch pieces and place them in a spice bag.
Step three:
Steep the cinnamon in a sealed 16-ounce jar with 500 ml of grain alcohol, vodka or other high-proof neutral spirit for 7–14 days. Remove the cinnamon from the tincture and discard. Stored in a cool environment, the tincture can keep for several months.